Thanks, Juliet! Northern Flickers are quite the unique-looking woodpecker. That word 딱다구리 / dakdaguri for woodpecker refers to the noise 딱딱 / dakdak and the sound of knocking. :)
You got some really nice pictures! I’ve never seen one that close, although I happen to know what their feathers look like now—found a wing on the beach from one that was probably prey to some larger bird. Buried it. Their feathers have yellow shafts, unlike a lot of birds. Not your average woodpecker, that’s for sure!
The Korean translation, iron beak woodpecker, is so interesting! I've always loved the spots on a flicker and you captured them well. And ... oh ... that poem arouses some melancholy. A beautiful melancholy. Thank you, Neil!
Thanks, Jeanne and much appreciated! Their spots are seriously great camouflage - I almost didn't see this flicker until they bounced and hopped across the grass. :)
This is a great observation of the Northern Flicker feeding on the ground. Great work, Neil. I really like the sijo and the photos highlight the markings so well.
They are beauties, Neil, and their coloring and behaviors remind me of Woodpeckers. While visiting Oklahoma in April, I photographed a Northern Flicker dining on the ground and will eventually include them in an essay. There are so many great beings to share in our work- thank you for doing a great job for nature and her beings!
Agreed, Robin and they are quite beautiful birds. That's great you were able to capture photos of one feeding on the ground. Looking forward to seeing that in your future posts!
I had a dream about a Northern Flicker last night. How amazing to wake up and see this first thing on my phone. I just love them. They're one of the most bizarre looking woodpeckers, but all the contrasting things going on in their plumage somehow works! Such a spectacular bird, and wonderful shots, Neil!
Lovely photos of a very handsome bird. I love the Korean word 'dakdaguri'!
Thanks, Juliet! Northern Flickers are quite the unique-looking woodpecker. That word 딱다구리 / dakdaguri for woodpecker refers to the noise 딱딱 / dakdak and the sound of knocking. :)
An absolute beauty of a bird! I didn't realize it is a type of woodpecker till I saw the korean name!
They are quite beautiful and a sight to see. :)
Such a unique looking woodpecker with such unique habits. Thank you for sharing Neil.
Agreed, James. Sometimes I forget they're woodpeckers like their Pileated and Downy and Hairy cousins.
Wow great pics, Neil. This is a bird here in Oregon that I hear quite often but have never seen.
Thanks, Jos T and much appreciated! Here's hoping you get to see one soon!
Another one of my favorites! Great shots.
Thanks, Sarah and much appreciated!
You got some really nice pictures! I’ve never seen one that close, although I happen to know what their feathers look like now—found a wing on the beach from one that was probably prey to some larger bird. Buried it. Their feathers have yellow shafts, unlike a lot of birds. Not your average woodpecker, that’s for sure!
Thanks, Carole and much appreciated! I so rarely seen them this close either - luck and timing that day. :)
The Korean translation, iron beak woodpecker, is so interesting! I've always loved the spots on a flicker and you captured them well. And ... oh ... that poem arouses some melancholy. A beautiful melancholy. Thank you, Neil!
Thanks, Jeanne and much appreciated! Their spots are seriously great camouflage - I almost didn't see this flicker until they bounced and hopped across the grass. :)
This is a great observation of the Northern Flicker feeding on the ground. Great work, Neil. I really like the sijo and the photos highlight the markings so well.
Thanks, Heidi and much appreciated. A really fortunate encounter as I have rarely been able to see one on the ground like this for so long.
Wow! That bird is fancy.. I love it. 😍
Agreed, Melissa - they do have a fancy styling!
Wow! That bird is fancy - I love the polka dots 😍
The polka dots acts as a fine camouflage, too. :)
I cannot imagine that being a good camouflage anywhere in the UK! But I can see how it would work where you are :-)
This is a beautiful bird which I have never seen. Thanks for introducing it!
You're welcome, Marc and they are quite beautiful and striking! I hope you get to see one some day.
A favorite bird of mine. I've only seen them hunting on the ground very rarely.
This was a nice surprise to see one on the ground and not be startled and fly off.
Feathered forager,
Northern Flicker, “Iron Beak.”
Tasteful pattern mix.
This is a lovely haiku, Marisol and so relevant! Thank you. :)
Iron beak indeed! So interesting to see them on the ground. Such a beautiful bird.
Agreed, Emma. They're a beautiful bird to see and I'm happy this one decided to remain on the ground for longer than a few seconds!
They are beauties, Neil, and their coloring and behaviors remind me of Woodpeckers. While visiting Oklahoma in April, I photographed a Northern Flicker dining on the ground and will eventually include them in an essay. There are so many great beings to share in our work- thank you for doing a great job for nature and her beings!
Agreed, Robin and they are quite beautiful birds. That's great you were able to capture photos of one feeding on the ground. Looking forward to seeing that in your future posts!
Muchas gracias, mi amigo!
I had a dream about a Northern Flicker last night. How amazing to wake up and see this first thing on my phone. I just love them. They're one of the most bizarre looking woodpeckers, but all the contrasting things going on in their plumage somehow works! Such a spectacular bird, and wonderful shots, Neil!
That's an awesome coincidence and synchronicity, Nathaniel! I sometimes forget they're woodpeckers, such a unique look and colouring.